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      NickM
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      Hello,
      I am interested in purchasing a wifi card to use for pfsense as AP.
      Can anyone tell me if this is compatible to run with hostap?
      HP Atheros 9485GN 802.11b/g/n

      I know Atheros is in the list of compatible cards, but i want to make sure before buying it.

      Thanks.

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        Guest
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        I have not tried that one but it should be supported as AR9500 series does work.

        https://wikidevi.com/wiki/Atheros_AR5B225

        This shows it as an 1x1x1 which is pretty indesirable.

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          Guest
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          What is your slot, full length or half? I have only found one half length mini-pciE module that is acceptable for my personal usage and it is expensive. Based on AR9380/AR5BHB112. The rest of the modules i have tested had lackluster performance.
          https://wikidevi.com/wiki/Bigfoot_Networks_Killer_Wireless-N_1103

          The AR5BHB92 works but you get what you pay for. My connections speeds with it were not optimal.

          If you have a full length slot the AR5BXB112 is a good choice for the money.

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